Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cuisse
Noun
/kwiːs/
Definition
A piece of armor that protects the thigh.
Examples
- The knight donned his cuisse before heading into battle.
- During the reenactment, the participants showcased various types of cuisses from different eras.
- The cuisse was often designed to match the overall style of the knight’s armor.
Meaning
Cuisse refers specifically to the armor that covers the thigh, commonly used in medieval and Renaissance times for protection in battle.
Synonyms
- Thigh armor
- Leg protection
- Armored thigh piece
